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Factors Affecting the Use of Field Trip in Teaching and Learning of Biology in Secondary School

Factors Affecting the Use of Field Trip in Teaching and Learning of Biology in Secondary School

ABSTRACT

This study was intended to determine the nature of field trip in teaching and learning of biology in secondary school. This study was guided by the following objectives: To appraise the significance of field trip, to determine the factors affecting the use of field trips in teaching and learning of biology in secondary school.

The study employed the survey design; questionnaires in addition to library research were applied in order to collect data. Primary and secondary data sources were used and data was analyzed using the Chi-square statistical tool at 5% level of significance which was presented in frequency tables and percentage. The respondents under the study were 50 staff of Champion Secondary school Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The study findings revealed that Teaching and learning of biology in secondary school is high. The use of field trip in teaching and learning of biology in secondary schools in low.

The research shall elucidate the nature of field trips in teaching and learning in biology in secondary school.

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